The Huffington Post is reporting that awards supplier R.S. Owens & Company, Chicago, is in the midst of contract negotiations with the Chicago Teamsters, who represent the company’s workers.
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Editor’s Picks: Protect Ya Neck
This week’s edition of Editor’s Picks focuses on an often overlooked accessory: the promotional scarf. You’ve got to diversify your brands, son.
Read MoreGildan’s Q4 Earnings Down Nearly 15%, Shares Drop 30%
Gildan Activewear announced Thursday that its net earnings for the fourth quarter dropped 14.6 percent, with $48.5 million in 2011 versus $56.8 million in 2010. The company said the drop in sales was expected, and projected further losses in the first quarter of 2012 before income increases later in that year.
Read MoreImprinting Augmented Reality (Video)
A look at some potential ways to integrate augmented reality technology with promotional products.
Read MoreKids’ Meal Promotional Toy Ban in San Francisco Begins Today
San Francisco’s Healthy Meal Incentive Ordinance, which goes into effect today, prevents restaurants from giving away promotional toys with kids’ meals. McDonald’s responded this morning by changing its policy in the city, allowing parents to buy the toys for $0.10 with the purchase of a Happy Meal.
Read MoreChina Reverses Policy to Increase Bank Lending, Federal Reserve Reduces Loan Costs
China announced on Wednesday that it will loosen its monetary policy to spur lending and give the Chinese economy a boost. The decision marks a reversal of policy that has seen the country become more stringent with its finances, particularly in the last year.
Read MoreUSPS to Raise Shipping Rates 4.6 Percent
USPS has announced a series of price increases for next year. Shipping services will increase an average 4.6 percent, Priority Mail will increase an average 3.1 percent, and Express Mail prices will increase an average 3.3 percent on January 22.
Read MoreAmerican Apparel Names New Member to Board of Directors, Opens France Location
On Monday, Los Angeles-based American Apparel’s board of directors elected William Mauer to the company’s board. In addition to his role as board member, Mauer will serve on American Apparel’s audit committee and compensation committee.
Read MoreADG Promotional Products Acquires Deerfield Collection (UPDATE)
ADG Promotional Products, Hugo, Minn., today announced the acquisition of Deerfield Calendar & Greeting Cards business effective January 1, 2012.
Read MoreZero Tolerance for Child Labor in India, Bangladesh Resists
This week, India announced its intention to adopt a zero tolerance policy for child and forced labor in its apparel supply chain. Days later, neighboring Bangladesh barred a U.S. inquiry into its textile sector.
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